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Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
6801 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 122 beds, Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center serves Austin in Travis County, Texas and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 2010.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the Texas median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 1 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 28 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (4, 17, 7 by cycle, most recent first), 5 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 23.0 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 22.5.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $88K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.4 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the Texas median of 3.3; nursing staff turnover is 52.5%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Travis Co. median | Texas median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 28 | 28 | 25 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 23.0 | 23.3 | 22.5 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.4 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 52.5% | 43.6% | 52.1% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $88,227 | $42,726 | $16,801 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (28 in the county, 1177 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Texas average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 15 Jan 2026, 30 Oct 2024.
Severity mix: J ×1 G ×4 D ×9 E ×13 F ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Apr 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 13 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Mar 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 3 Mar 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 16 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Jan 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 16 Jan 2026 |
| 28 May 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | G | Complaint investigation | 29 May 2025 |
| 28 May 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 May 2025 |
| 26 Mar 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 25 Mar 2025 |
| 7 Jan 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Jan 2025 |
| 7 Jan 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 8 Jan 2025 |
| 7 Jan 2025 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Jan 2025 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | E | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 30 Oct 2024 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 31 Oct 2024 |
| 25 Sep 2024 | F0563 | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. | G | Complaint investigation | 18 Oct 2024 |
| 11 Sep 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | E | Complaint investigation | 12 Sep 2024 |
| 1 Sep 2024 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Sep 2024 |
| 10 Apr 2024 | F0576 | Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. | E | Complaint investigation | 13 Apr 2024 |
| 12 Sep 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2023 |
| 12 Sep 2023 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | E | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2023 |
| 12 Sep 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2023 |
| 12 Sep 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2023 |
| 12 Sep 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 16 Nov 2023 |
| 5 Sep 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 25 Sep 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2025 | Fine | $10,820 | |
| 5 Sep 2023 | Fine | $77,407 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Texas average. Turnover: nursing staff 52.5%, RNs 46.7%; 2 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Texas median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 33.1% | 14.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.2% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 27.5% | 12.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.8% | 3.4% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 7.8% | 8.3% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Hamilton County Hospital District. Chain: Hamilton County Hospital District (10 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Songbird Healthcare, Inc. | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2022 |
| Ensign Services Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/18/2022 |
| Songbird Healthcare, Inc. | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/27/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Travis County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longhorn Village | Austin | 60 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 11.7 | — | 6 Mar 2025 |
| Pflugerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Pflugerville | 120 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 28 | 23.3 | — | 2 Jul 2026 |
| Querencia At Barton Creek | Austin | 42 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 19.0 | $14K | 18 Dec 2025 |
| The Arbour At Westminster Manor | Austin | 90 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 8.9 | $29K | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Gracy Woods II Living Center | Austin | 110 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 14.5 | — | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Marbridge Villa | Manchaca | 92 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 15.2 | $46K | 29 May 2025 |
| Avir At Park Bend | Austin | 124 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 28 | 22.6 | $23K | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Barton Valley Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Austin | 126 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 23 | 18.3 | — | 16 Apr 2026 |
All 28 facilities in Travis County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been cited for?
28 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 5 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Texas median is 25 per facility.
Has Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $88K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.4 hours per resident per day against a Texas median of 3.3 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is part of the Hamilton County Hospital District chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Songbird Healthcare, Inc.. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 12 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 15 Jan 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.